Global Category Director, Travel & Fleet

JLL; Remote; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global commercial real estate firm is seeking a Procurement Manager to establish and lead global category strategies for Travel and Fleet. You will manage a team and oversee sourcing initiatives while ensuring budget efficiency and compliance. The role demands expertise in procurement and a deep understanding of global market trends. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive sustainability initiatives within procurement. This is a remote role with some travel to the London office.

Benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Flexible working arrangements

Support for sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in procurement, category management, or commercial leadership roles, especially in Travel and Fleet.
• Proven experience managing operational teams in a global or regional environment.
• Strong understanding of global Travel and Fleet markets and cost drivers.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute global category strategies for Travel and Fleet.
• Lead complex global sourcing initiatives including supplier selection and contract structuring.
• Monitor global market trends to inform procurement strategy.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Financial analysis

Leadership

Relationship management

Education

University degree or equivalent

CIPS/ISM accreditation

Job description

* Establish, lead, and execute global category strategies for Travel and Fleet, including strategic sourcing, supplier management, commercial frameworks, and demand management, aligned to JLL’s corporate objectives. The role has 4 procurement managers and 1 global travel manager reporting into it.* Develop and implement sourcing and category management strategies to optimise cost, service quality, risk, and sustainability outcomes across all Travel and Fleet spend.* Lead complex global and regional sourcing initiatives, including supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract structuring for critical, high-value arrangements.* Monitor global market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging innovations to inform procurement strategy and maintain JLL’s influence within the Travel and Fleet supply markets.* Oversee the global travel operations function, ensuring the effective delivery of travel services supporting over 140,000 business trips annually.* Manage the cost centre budget, ensuring cost control, transparency, and value delivery while maintaining a high-quality traveller experience.* Ensure robust governance, policies, and controls are in place for Travel & Expense (T&E) activity, aligned with JLL standards and compliance requirements.* Partner with Finance and P2P stakeholders to drive alignment across procurement, payment, and expense management processes.* Lead emissions data collection and reporting across Travel and Fleet categories to support JLL’s ESG and regulatory reporting requirements.* Partner with ESG leaders and stakeholders to develop and deliver strategies that support JLL’s sustainability commitments, including the transition towards a zero-emissions fleet.* Embed sustainability criteria into sourcing, supplier management, and operational decision-making across the category portfolio.* Establish and maintain strong supplier governance, performance management, and risk mitigation frameworks.* Report on category performance, savings, value delivery, ESG outcomes, and stakeholder satisfaction.* Ensure procurement policies, standards, and controls are consistently applied across all Travel and Fleet activities.* Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be requested by your line manager.* University degree or equivalent* CIPS/ISM accreditation is preferable* 5-10 years’ relevant experience in procurement, category management, or commercial leadership roles, with significant exposure to Travel and/or Fleet categories.* Experience working within a large, global, matrixed organisation.* Proven experience managing and leading operational teams in a global or regional environment.* Demonstrated experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and managing strategic supplier relationships.* Experience partnering with Finance, ESG, and senior business stakeholders.* Strong understanding of global Travel and Fleet markets, cost drivers, and commercial models.* Ability to develop and execute category strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes.* Strong financial analysis capability, including budgeting, cost modelling, and value tracking.* Ability to analyse complex data sets and translate insights into clear recommendations.* Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across multiple geographies.* Strong leadership presence, with the ability to lead through change and ambiguity.* Excellent relationship management and communication skills.* Experience balancing strategic objectives with operational delivery and service quality.* Strong governance mindset, with experience implementing policies, controls, and performance frameworks.**Location:** **United Kingdom, London area. Remote role with flexible availability to travel to the London office 2–3 times per month.****What do we offer****:**At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .